What does a family medicine doctor treat?

Family doctors treat common illnesses and long-term conditions for all ages, review reports and medicines, focus on prevention, and refer you to the right specialist when needed.

Can I consult a family doctor online?

Yes. Most common problems and follow-up of conditions like diabetes and blood pressure can be handled in a video consultation.

Should I see a family doctor or a specialist first?

If you are not sure, start with a family doctor. They can treat most problems and will refer you to the right specialist if needed.

Can a family doctor explain my health check-up report?

Yes. Share the report before the call and the doctor will explain the results and what, if anything, needs follow-up.

Can I consult on behalf of my parents?

Yes. You can join the call with your parent or share their reports and medicines so the doctor can advise.

Can patients outside India consult?

Yes. Slot times are shown in your local time zone.

Consult Family Physicians Online

Online family doctor consultation

A family doctor is the right first stop for most health problems, for every member of the family. At VRA Health you can consult a family medicine doctor online for common illnesses, long-term conditions such as diabetes and blood pressure, health check-up reports, and advice on whether you need a specialist.

Our family doctors

Our family medicine doctors look after adults and families:

Dr. Naga Srividya Thadavarthi – DNB Family Medicine, Bangalore Baptist Hospital
Dr. Naveen Kumar – MBBS, MD, Katuri Medical College

Conditions we help with

Fever, cough, cold, sore throat and body aches
Stomach upsets, acidity and loose stools
High blood pressure, diabetes and thyroid follow-up
Health check-up reports you want explained
Urine infections and minor skin problems
Headaches, tiredness and sleep problems
Medicines review for older family members
Deciding which specialist to see, if needed

What an online consultation can and cannot do

It can: take a careful history, see you on video, review reports and readings, prescribe treatment, and tell you clearly whether you need tests, a specialist or an in-person visit.

It cannot: examine you with instruments, perform tests or procedures, or treat emergencies.

How to prepare

Your temperature, blood pressure or sugar readings if you have them
Recent test reports and previous prescriptions
A list of all your medicines
A short list of the questions you want to ask

Second opinions and patients outside India

Many families use VRA Health for a second opinion before a major decision, or to consult a family doctor they trust from abroad. You can share reports, scans and discharge summaries before the call, and the doctor will go through them with you in plain language. Families living abroad also consult on behalf of parents in India. Medicines prescribed by a doctor in India may need a prescription from a local doctor before a pharmacy outside India will dispense them.

When to go to a hospital instead

Online consultations are not for emergencies. Go to a hospital at once for chest pain, sudden weakness of the face, arm or leg or difficulty speaking, severe breathlessness, fainting, high fever with a stiff neck or confusion, or a serious injury. In India call 108 (ambulance) or go to the nearest hospital; abroad, call your local emergency number.

How booking works

Choose a doctor below and pick a slot. Slot times are shown in your own time zone.
The doctor confirms the request, and you pay securely online. The fee is shown on the doctor's profile before you book; patients outside India see it in their own currency.
Join the video call at the booked time from the VRA Health app or your browser.
Download your digital prescription and advice after the consultation.

You can also book on WhatsApp: send "Hi" and follow the steps.

Online Family Doctor Consultation

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